Guest guest Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 Speaking of coconut oil- in what can you substitute it for butter? And what ratios? I do want to try to use it more, jsut need to figure out how. Thanks!It's good in baking - but I might go for half coconut oil and half butterat least at first. (For people who cook kosher food, it's a greatway to bake pareve goods. ) I use 1:1 ratio. Maraalyssa> Thanks for all the replies. Yes, I am going to modify the yogurt- I > drip the yogurt too which would make fat free more palatable, use > more egg whites.I have also used coconut oil which I will cut back > on as well.You are aware of the health benefits of coconut oil - right - beforeyou stop eating it - that it is a great natural anti-inflammatory, andan anti-fungal. Two things that are helpful with your disease.You are also aware of the theory in which the presence of diseaseraises cholesterol levels as - among others - Marilyn reported asone of the first symptoms when she got cancer. She asked herdoctor about it, he threw it back at her - and blamed it on herfood intake - instead of corre! lating it to her general health andchecking for other health issues. Just another way that conventionalmedicine is out of touch with health issues.And the whole "fat is evil - ban fat from the diet" trend in modernyears has done nothing so much as help create the modernobesity disaster. Traditional fats are good for you - that'swhy people have eaten them for millenia.Mara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 Speaking of coconut oil- in what can you substitute it for butter? And what ratios? I do want to try to use it more, jsut need to figure out how. Thanks!It's good in baking - but I might go for half coconut oil and half butterat least at first. (For people who cook kosher food, it's a greatway to bake pareve goods. ) I use 1:1 ratio. Maraalyssa> Thanks for all the replies. Yes, I am going to modify the yogurt- I > drip the yogurt too which would make fat free more palatable, use > more egg whites.I have also used coconut oil which I will cut back > on as well.You are aware of the health benefits of coconut oil - right - beforeyou stop eating it - that it is a great natural anti-inflammatory, andan anti-fungal. Two things that are helpful with your disease.You are also aware of the theory in which the presence of diseaseraises cholesterol levels as - among others - Marilyn reported asone of the first symptoms when she got cancer. She asked herdoctor about it, he threw it back at her - and blamed it on herfood intake - instead of corre! lating it to her general health andchecking for other health issues. Just another way that conventionalmedicine is out of touch with health issues.And the whole "fat is evil - ban fat from the diet" trend in modernyears has done nothing so much as help create the modernobesity disaster. Traditional fats are good for you - that'swhy people have eaten them for millenia.Mara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 Wow, I posed a question and got all kinds of interesting advice. I am certainly not blaming SCD for cholesterol- it is one of the healthiest diets around but it is important to make good choices within the diet. Some people can eat more high cholesterol foods than others and just do fine. Yes, my doc has subtyped my cholesterol, and thankfully it is not the high risk type. I have a great doc who is very picky and thorough, but I know he loves statins and tends to put a lot of people on them. I am trying very hard to NOT be one of those people (LOL). He did a great check up. I am not opposed to taking medication if needed, but if I can do something to avoid it, I will try that first. Thanks for all the great tips- PJ > > > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on > > statins, and I'm really borderline. > > > > > > Look into pantethine -- not pantothenic acid, pantethine, which is a B5 > > co-factor. 900 mg a day, in divided doses, is reputed to help lower > > cholesterol naturally. > > > > — *Marilyn > > * New Orleans, Louisiana, USA > > Undiagnosed IBS since 1976, SCD since 2001 > > Darn Good SCD Cook > > No Human Children > > Shadow & Sunny Longhair Dachshund > > > > * * > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 You're 15, skinny, you need these fats. Very rarely are kids found with high cholesterol and it is usually hereditary or due to obesity. I don't think it is something you should worry about when choosing foods now. PJ > > > > > > > You know, I agree with this. My cholesterol levels are only a " tad " > > above the normal range. Not only this, but the medically acceptable > > ranges of " normal " have changed over the years- they are narrower > > which will make more people " abnormal " . > > > > I appreciate that my doctor is vigilant, but it becomes a scary > > experience to have everything picked apart. I've already been very > > vigilant about what I eat. I think loading up on fast food, cokes, > > and french fries will get anyone in trouble over time, but some > > recommendations are strange and the recommendations keep changing. I > > just want to be sure I don't overdo it on some SCD legal but high > > fat foods. I can deal with fat free yogurt, but I tend to agree with > > you. > > > > PJ > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 Also, you need good fats to make your brain function at optimum levels - so it is good for school. Mara > You're 15, skinny, you need these fats. Very rarely are kids found > with high cholesterol and it is usually hereditary or due to > obesity. I don't think it is something you should worry about when > choosing foods now. > > PJ > > > > >> >> One more cholesterol question: If I really need to gain weight and am >> very skinny, could cholesterol still be a problem for me? Thanks for >> any replies, I " m confused about this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 Thanks Mara! Exactly what I needed to know =)AlyssaSpeaking of coconut oil- in what can you substitute it for butter? And what ratios? I do want to try to use it more, jsut need to figure out how. Thanks!It's good in baking - but I might go for half coconut oil and half butterat least at first. (For people who cook kosher food, it's a greatway to bake pareve goods. ) I use 1:1 ratio. Maraalyssa> Thanks for all the replies. Yes, I am going to modify the yogurt- I > drip the yogurt too which would make fat free more palatable, use > more egg whites.I have also used coconut oil which I will cut back > on as well.You are aware of the health benefits of coconut oil - right - beforeyou stop eating it - that it is a great natural anti-inflammatory, andan anti-fungal. Two things that are helpful with your disease.You are also aware of the theory in which the presence of diseaseraises cholesterol levels as - among others - Marilyn reported asone of the first symptoms when she got cancer. She asked herdoctor about it, he threw it back at her - and blamed it on herfood intake - instead of corre! lating it to her general health andchecking for other health issues. Just another way that conventionalmedicine is out of touch with health issues.And the whole "fat is evil - ban fat from the diet" trend in modernyears has done nothing so much as help create the modernobesity disaster. Traditional fats are good for you - that'swhy people have eaten them for millenia.Mara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 Thanks so much PJ! My parents tell me that too, but it really helps having someone outside my family confirm this. One less thing to worry about and have to take into account with my diet! =DAlyssaYou're 15, skinny, you need these fats. Very rarely are kids found with high cholesterol and it is usually hereditary or due to obesity. I don't think it is something you should worry about when choosing foods now. PJ> > >> >> > You know, I agree with this. My cholesterol levels are only a "tad" > > above the normal range. Not only this, but the medically acceptable > > ranges of "normal" have changed over the years- they are narrower > > which will make more people "abnormal".> >> > I appreciate that my doctor is vigilant, but it becomes a scary > > experience to have everything picked apart. I've already been very > > vigilant about what I eat. I think loading up on fast food, cokes, > > and french fries will get anyone in trouble over time, but some > > recommendations are strange and the recommendations keep changing. I > > just want to be sure I don't overdo it on some SCD legal but high > > fat foods. I can deal with fat free yogurt, but I tend to agree with > > you.> >> > PJ> >> >> >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 Thanks for your reply! Good to know =) Actually, my brain has been going through very foggy spells where I just cant seem to think! I think it may be candida, which is why I wanted to be tested =/ Is there anything else that could cause brain fog related to IIBD?AlyssaAlso, you need good fats to make your brain function at optimumlevels - so it is good for school.Mara> You're 15, skinny, you need these fats. Very rarely are kids found > with high cholesterol and it is usually hereditary or due to > obesity. I don't think it is something you should worry about when > choosing foods now.>> PJ>>>> >>>> One more cholesterol question: If I really need to gain weight and am>> very skinny, could cholesterol still be a problem for me? Thanks for>> any replies, I"m confused about this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 At 06:41 PM 5/18/2009, you wrote: I thought the muscle damage with statins was a rare side effect, but maybe not?? If you MUST take statins, you must also supplement with CoQ10, CoEnzyme Q10. My mother is on statins. She was being very difficult about taken pills so my father skipped giving her any vitamins, including her CoQ10. Within a weak, she was crying all the time about how much her legs hurt, and her whole body hurt. I asked him about her vitamins -- and he said he'd stopped them because she was so upset about taking any pills. I told him that if he had to open the pills and mix it with something, he should get the CoQ10 down her. He has... and she's stopped crying about how badly she hurts. — Marilyn New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Undiagnosed IBS since 1976, SCD since 2001 Darn Good SCD Cook No Human Children Shadow & Sunny Longhair Dachshund Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 Another supplement that lowers cholesterol besides the flush-free niacin and pantothene already mentioned, is policosanol. Debbie T > > A simple fix is garlic. Either fresh or the Kyolic aged garlic extract will lower cholesterol. For more severe high cholesterol, non-flushing niacin (usually inositol hexaniacinate) works as well as the drugs that the doctors prescribe. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2009 Report Share Posted May 19, 2009 My current cholesterol level is terrible (280 something). I refuse to go on statins though. I think it will probably get better once my body heals more. I've read triglycerides are the real indicator of future heart issues. Mine are just a bit out of the range (160 something). Holly Crohn's SCD 12/01/09 > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on statins, > and I'm really borderline.I do eat " good " fats though: olive oil, walnut > oil, avocado, etc. and eat red meat occasionally. > > -- > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2009 Report Share Posted May 19, 2009 I've always had high cholesterol. I'm 5'5 " and weight about 93 pounds right now (100 is what I typically have weighed in the past), and still have a high 200's cholesterol level. But, I'm not particularly worried about it after reading all of the " cholesterol myths " articles. Holly Crohn's SCD 12/01/08 > > One more cholesterol question: If I really need to gain weight and am > very skinny, could cholesterol still be a problem for me? Thanks for > any replies, I " m confused about this! > > alyssa > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2009 Report Share Posted May 19, 2009 Check out this article at Raman Prasad's site: http://www.scdrecipe.com/blog/archive/2006/03/03/pancakes-and-ghosts-medical-gho\ st-writing/ It's terrible that pharmaceutical companies can get away with that kind of crap! Holly Crohn's SCD 12/01/08 > > > > > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on statins, > > > and I'm really borderline.I do eat " good " fats though > > > > Just to chime in on this subject... > > > > The " conventional " wisdom on cutting out fats, etc. is not going to reduce your cholesterol levels as much as going on a grain free diet -- which you've already done by going on the SCD. Cutting fats will lead you to increase your carb levels, which in turn can raise cholesterol levels. > > > > Good points were also raised about Marilyn's experience. > > > > Women naturally have higher levels of cholesterol than men. They need it. It's right for things to be that way. > > > > Did you know that there are tests on LDL subtypes that can be done to see if the circulating cholesterol in your bloodstream is harmful or not? > > > > Also, there are NO studies out there that show a benefit to women being on statin medications. > > > > Statins have horrible side effects. They can cause muscle damage. Doesn't sound so bad, you say? Well, you've got one very important muscle thumping away all day long in the center of your chest. > > > > Low cholesterol levels are not the end-all and be-all of health. Cholesterol is VITAL to your body's processes. You need cholesterol to stay alive. > > > > I've got a blog article you should read here: > > > > http://www.fathead-movie.com/?p=203 > > > > and here, Dr. Eades rips into a recent study: > > > > http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/statins/more-statin-madness/ > > > > You've already questioned standard medical advice by going on the SCD. Don't suddenly throw all of your research skills away when it comes to cholesterol and statins! > > > > B. > > ASD son, RA self, SCD Nov. 2007 > > http://scdgirl.blogspot.com > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 This is horrible. What I love about this board is the vigilance of everyone here. I will add that most doctors really do try to do what they think is best for their patients. Many of them are extremely busy, and it's nearly impossible to keep up with a busy practice and read every medical journal out there in detail-so they may not pick up on all of this. I also think that there are life saving medications out there, and that is a good thing. But pharmaceuticals is big business. They employ " drug reps " who visit doctors during a busy day to tell them about new drugs and offer them samples for their patients. Of course they present it all in a positive light. Physicians in private practice do not benefit directly from the sales of these drugs, but the drug companies do. For any corruption in research, I blame the drug companies. As for the busy docs-managed care and the high price of malpractice and office overhead is one reason they are so busy all the time- just trying to keep their practice going. Now to SCD. It's hard to compete with big businesses who hire drug reps. I would love to see more people try this diet, get good results- and then tell others. It seems like it is catching on. I am also appreciative for the honest drug research and the US has a history of having one of the best health care systems. Sadly, nothing seems to be immune from corruption. Again, the vigilance of this group is impressive. PJ > > > > > > > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on statins, > > > > and I'm really borderline.I do eat " good " fats though > > > > > > Just to chime in on this subject... > > > > > > The " conventional " wisdom on cutting out fats, etc. is not going to reduce your cholesterol levels as much as going on a grain free diet -- which you've already done by going on the SCD. Cutting fats will lead you to increase your carb levels, which in turn can raise cholesterol levels. > > > > > > Good points were also raised about Marilyn's experience. > > > > > > Women naturally have higher levels of cholesterol than men. They need it. It's right for things to be that way. > > > > > > Did you know that there are tests on LDL subtypes that can be done to see if the circulating cholesterol in your bloodstream is harmful or not? > > > > > > Also, there are NO studies out there that show a benefit to women being on statin medications. > > > > > > Statins have horrible side effects. They can cause muscle damage. Doesn't sound so bad, you say? Well, you've got one very important muscle thumping away all day long in the center of your chest. > > > > > > Low cholesterol levels are not the end-all and be-all of health. Cholesterol is VITAL to your body's processes. You need cholesterol to stay alive. > > > > > > I've got a blog article you should read here: > > > > > > http://www.fathead-movie.com/?p=203 > > > > > > and here, Dr. Eades rips into a recent study: > > > > > > http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/statins/more-statin-madness/ > > > > > > You've already questioned standard medical advice by going on the SCD. Don't suddenly throw all of your research skills away when it comes to cholesterol and statins! > > > > > > B. > > > ASD son, RA self, SCD Nov. 2007 > > > http://scdgirl.blogspot.com > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 This is horrible. What I love about this board is the vigilance of everyone here. I will add that most doctors really do try to do what they think is best for their patients. Many of them are extremely busy, and it's nearly impossible to keep up with a busy practice and read every medical journal out there in detail-so they may not pick up on all of this. I also think that there are life saving medications out there, and that is a good thing. But pharmaceuticals is big business. They employ " drug reps " who visit doctors during a busy day to tell them about new drugs and offer them samples for their patients. Of course they present it all in a positive light. Physicians in private practice do not benefit directly from the sales of these drugs, but the drug companies do. For any corruption in research, I blame the drug companies. As for the busy docs-managed care and the high price of malpractice and office overhead is one reason they are so busy all the time- just trying to keep their practice going. Now to SCD. It's hard to compete with big businesses who hire drug reps. I would love to see more people try this diet, get good results- and then tell others. It seems like it is catching on. I am also appreciative for the honest drug research and the US has a history of having one of the best health care systems. Sadly, nothing seems to be immune from corruption. Again, the vigilance of this group is impressive. PJ > > > > > > > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on statins, > > > > and I'm really borderline.I do eat " good " fats though > > > > > > Just to chime in on this subject... > > > > > > The " conventional " wisdom on cutting out fats, etc. is not going to reduce your cholesterol levels as much as going on a grain free diet -- which you've already done by going on the SCD. Cutting fats will lead you to increase your carb levels, which in turn can raise cholesterol levels. > > > > > > Good points were also raised about Marilyn's experience. > > > > > > Women naturally have higher levels of cholesterol than men. They need it. It's right for things to be that way. > > > > > > Did you know that there are tests on LDL subtypes that can be done to see if the circulating cholesterol in your bloodstream is harmful or not? > > > > > > Also, there are NO studies out there that show a benefit to women being on statin medications. > > > > > > Statins have horrible side effects. They can cause muscle damage. Doesn't sound so bad, you say? Well, you've got one very important muscle thumping away all day long in the center of your chest. > > > > > > Low cholesterol levels are not the end-all and be-all of health. Cholesterol is VITAL to your body's processes. You need cholesterol to stay alive. > > > > > > I've got a blog article you should read here: > > > > > > http://www.fathead-movie.com/?p=203 > > > > > > and here, Dr. Eades rips into a recent study: > > > > > > http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/statins/more-statin-madness/ > > > > > > You've already questioned standard medical advice by going on the SCD. Don't suddenly throw all of your research skills away when it comes to cholesterol and statins! > > > > > > B. > > > ASD son, RA self, SCD Nov. 2007 > > > http://scdgirl.blogspot.com > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 This is horrible. What I love about this board is the vigilance of everyone here. I will add that most doctors really do try to do what they think is best for their patients. Many of them are extremely busy, and it's nearly impossible to keep up with a busy practice and read every medical journal out there in detail-so they may not pick up on all of this. I also think that there are life saving medications out there, and that is a good thing. But pharmaceuticals is big business. They employ " drug reps " who visit doctors during a busy day to tell them about new drugs and offer them samples for their patients. Of course they present it all in a positive light. Physicians in private practice do not benefit directly from the sales of these drugs, but the drug companies do. For any corruption in research, I blame the drug companies. As for the busy docs-managed care and the high price of malpractice and office overhead is one reason they are so busy all the time- just trying to keep their practice going. Now to SCD. It's hard to compete with big businesses who hire drug reps. I would love to see more people try this diet, get good results- and then tell others. It seems like it is catching on. I am also appreciative for the honest drug research and the US has a history of having one of the best health care systems. Sadly, nothing seems to be immune from corruption. Again, the vigilance of this group is impressive. PJ > > > > > > > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on statins, > > > > and I'm really borderline.I do eat " good " fats though > > > > > > Just to chime in on this subject... > > > > > > The " conventional " wisdom on cutting out fats, etc. is not going to reduce your cholesterol levels as much as going on a grain free diet -- which you've already done by going on the SCD. Cutting fats will lead you to increase your carb levels, which in turn can raise cholesterol levels. > > > > > > Good points were also raised about Marilyn's experience. > > > > > > Women naturally have higher levels of cholesterol than men. They need it. It's right for things to be that way. > > > > > > Did you know that there are tests on LDL subtypes that can be done to see if the circulating cholesterol in your bloodstream is harmful or not? > > > > > > Also, there are NO studies out there that show a benefit to women being on statin medications. > > > > > > Statins have horrible side effects. They can cause muscle damage. Doesn't sound so bad, you say? Well, you've got one very important muscle thumping away all day long in the center of your chest. > > > > > > Low cholesterol levels are not the end-all and be-all of health. Cholesterol is VITAL to your body's processes. You need cholesterol to stay alive. > > > > > > I've got a blog article you should read here: > > > > > > http://www.fathead-movie.com/?p=203 > > > > > > and here, Dr. Eades rips into a recent study: > > > > > > http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/statins/more-statin-madness/ > > > > > > You've already questioned standard medical advice by going on the SCD. Don't suddenly throw all of your research skills away when it comes to cholesterol and statins! > > > > > > B. > > > ASD son, RA self, SCD Nov. 2007 > > > http://scdgirl.blogspot.com > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 You'd think that hundreds of SCDers can't be wrong.Does anyone know how many people are on this diet overall? It'd be an interesting statistic.Hopefully, someday, someone will do the testing to " legitimize " it. Until then, it works, and that's enough for me. This is horrible. What I love about this board is the vigilance of everyone here. I will add that most doctors really do try to do what they think is best for their patients. Many of them are extremely busy, and it's nearly impossible to keep up with a busy practice and read every medical journal out there in detail-so they may not pick up on all of this. I also think that there are life saving medications out there, and that is a good thing. But pharmaceuticals is big business. They employ " drug reps " who visit doctors during a busy day to tell them about new drugs and offer them samples for their patients. Of course they present it all in a positive light. Physicians in private practice do not benefit directly from the sales of these drugs, but the drug companies do. For any corruption in research, I blame the drug companies. As for the busy docs-managed care and the high price of malpractice and office overhead is one reason they are so busy all the time- just trying to keep their practice going. Now to SCD. It's hard to compete with big businesses who hire drug reps. I would love to see more people try this diet, get good results- and then tell others. It seems like it is catching on. I am also appreciative for the honest drug research and the US has a history of having one of the best health care systems. Sadly, nothing seems to be immune from corruption. Again, the vigilance of this group is impressive. PJ > > > > > > > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on statins, > > > > and I'm really borderline.I do eat " good " fats though > > > > > > Just to chime in on this subject... > > > > > > The " conventional " wisdom on cutting out fats, etc. is not going to reduce your cholesterol levels as much as going on a grain free diet -- which you've already done by going on the SCD. Cutting fats will lead you to increase your carb levels, which in turn can raise cholesterol levels. > > > > > > Good points were also raised about Marilyn's experience. > > > > > > Women naturally have higher levels of cholesterol than men. They need it. It's right for things to be that way. > > > > > > Did you know that there are tests on LDL subtypes that can be done to see if the circulating cholesterol in your bloodstream is harmful or not? > > > > > > Also, there are NO studies out there that show a benefit to women being on statin medications. > > > > > > Statins have horrible side effects. They can cause muscle damage. Doesn't sound so bad, you say? Well, you've got one very important muscle thumping away all day long in the center of your chest. > > > > > > Low cholesterol levels are not the end-all and be-all of health. Cholesterol is VITAL to your body's processes. You need cholesterol to stay alive. > > > > > > I've got a blog article you should read here: > > > > > > http://www.fathead-movie.com/?p=203 > > > > > > and here, Dr. Eades rips into a recent study: > > > > > > http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/statins/more-statin-madness/ > > > > > > You've already questioned standard medical advice by going on the SCD. Don't suddenly throw all of your research skills away when it comes to cholesterol and statins! > > > > > > B. > > > ASD son, RA self, SCD Nov. 2007 > > > http://scdgirl.blogspot.com > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 You'd think that hundreds of SCDers can't be wrong.Does anyone know how many people are on this diet overall? It'd be an interesting statistic.Hopefully, someday, someone will do the testing to " legitimize " it. Until then, it works, and that's enough for me. This is horrible. What I love about this board is the vigilance of everyone here. I will add that most doctors really do try to do what they think is best for their patients. Many of them are extremely busy, and it's nearly impossible to keep up with a busy practice and read every medical journal out there in detail-so they may not pick up on all of this. I also think that there are life saving medications out there, and that is a good thing. But pharmaceuticals is big business. They employ " drug reps " who visit doctors during a busy day to tell them about new drugs and offer them samples for their patients. Of course they present it all in a positive light. Physicians in private practice do not benefit directly from the sales of these drugs, but the drug companies do. For any corruption in research, I blame the drug companies. As for the busy docs-managed care and the high price of malpractice and office overhead is one reason they are so busy all the time- just trying to keep their practice going. Now to SCD. It's hard to compete with big businesses who hire drug reps. I would love to see more people try this diet, get good results- and then tell others. It seems like it is catching on. I am also appreciative for the honest drug research and the US has a history of having one of the best health care systems. Sadly, nothing seems to be immune from corruption. Again, the vigilance of this group is impressive. PJ > > > > > > > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on statins, > > > > and I'm really borderline.I do eat " good " fats though > > > > > > Just to chime in on this subject... > > > > > > The " conventional " wisdom on cutting out fats, etc. is not going to reduce your cholesterol levels as much as going on a grain free diet -- which you've already done by going on the SCD. Cutting fats will lead you to increase your carb levels, which in turn can raise cholesterol levels. > > > > > > Good points were also raised about Marilyn's experience. > > > > > > Women naturally have higher levels of cholesterol than men. They need it. It's right for things to be that way. > > > > > > Did you know that there are tests on LDL subtypes that can be done to see if the circulating cholesterol in your bloodstream is harmful or not? > > > > > > Also, there are NO studies out there that show a benefit to women being on statin medications. > > > > > > Statins have horrible side effects. They can cause muscle damage. Doesn't sound so bad, you say? Well, you've got one very important muscle thumping away all day long in the center of your chest. > > > > > > Low cholesterol levels are not the end-all and be-all of health. Cholesterol is VITAL to your body's processes. You need cholesterol to stay alive. > > > > > > I've got a blog article you should read here: > > > > > > http://www.fathead-movie.com/?p=203 > > > > > > and here, Dr. Eades rips into a recent study: > > > > > > http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/statins/more-statin-madness/ > > > > > > You've already questioned standard medical advice by going on the SCD. Don't suddenly throw all of your research skills away when it comes to cholesterol and statins! > > > > > > B. > > > ASD son, RA self, SCD Nov. 2007 > > > http://scdgirl.blogspot.com > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 You'd think that hundreds of SCDers can't be wrong.Does anyone know how many people are on this diet overall? It'd be an interesting statistic.Hopefully, someday, someone will do the testing to " legitimize " it. Until then, it works, and that's enough for me. This is horrible. What I love about this board is the vigilance of everyone here. I will add that most doctors really do try to do what they think is best for their patients. Many of them are extremely busy, and it's nearly impossible to keep up with a busy practice and read every medical journal out there in detail-so they may not pick up on all of this. I also think that there are life saving medications out there, and that is a good thing. But pharmaceuticals is big business. They employ " drug reps " who visit doctors during a busy day to tell them about new drugs and offer them samples for their patients. Of course they present it all in a positive light. Physicians in private practice do not benefit directly from the sales of these drugs, but the drug companies do. For any corruption in research, I blame the drug companies. As for the busy docs-managed care and the high price of malpractice and office overhead is one reason they are so busy all the time- just trying to keep their practice going. Now to SCD. It's hard to compete with big businesses who hire drug reps. I would love to see more people try this diet, get good results- and then tell others. It seems like it is catching on. I am also appreciative for the honest drug research and the US has a history of having one of the best health care systems. Sadly, nothing seems to be immune from corruption. Again, the vigilance of this group is impressive. PJ > > > > > > > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on statins, > > > > and I'm really borderline.I do eat " good " fats though > > > > > > Just to chime in on this subject... > > > > > > The " conventional " wisdom on cutting out fats, etc. is not going to reduce your cholesterol levels as much as going on a grain free diet -- which you've already done by going on the SCD. Cutting fats will lead you to increase your carb levels, which in turn can raise cholesterol levels. > > > > > > Good points were also raised about Marilyn's experience. > > > > > > Women naturally have higher levels of cholesterol than men. They need it. It's right for things to be that way. > > > > > > Did you know that there are tests on LDL subtypes that can be done to see if the circulating cholesterol in your bloodstream is harmful or not? > > > > > > Also, there are NO studies out there that show a benefit to women being on statin medications. > > > > > > Statins have horrible side effects. They can cause muscle damage. Doesn't sound so bad, you say? Well, you've got one very important muscle thumping away all day long in the center of your chest. > > > > > > Low cholesterol levels are not the end-all and be-all of health. Cholesterol is VITAL to your body's processes. You need cholesterol to stay alive. > > > > > > I've got a blog article you should read here: > > > > > > http://www.fathead-movie.com/?p=203 > > > > > > and here, Dr. Eades rips into a recent study: > > > > > > http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/statins/more-statin-madness/ > > > > > > You've already questioned standard medical advice by going on the SCD. Don't suddenly throw all of your research skills away when it comes to cholesterol and statins! > > > > > > B. > > > ASD son, RA self, SCD Nov. 2007 > > > http://scdgirl.blogspot.com > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 I would love to know that too. It was the number of personal successes that persuaded me. PJ > > > > > > > > > > > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on > > statins, > > > > > > and I'm really borderline.I do eat " good " fats though > > > > > > > > > > Just to chime in on this subject... > > > > > > > > > > The " conventional " wisdom on cutting out fats, etc. is not going to > > reduce your cholesterol levels as much as going on a grain free diet -- > > which you've already done by going on the SCD. Cutting fats will lead you to > > increase your carb levels, which in turn can raise cholesterol levels. > > > > > > > > > > Good points were also raised about Marilyn's experience. > > > > > > > > > > Women naturally have higher levels of cholesterol than men. They need > > it. It's right for things to be that way. > > > > > > > > > > Did you know that there are tests on LDL subtypes that can be done to > > see if the circulating cholesterol in your bloodstream is harmful or not? > > > > > > > > > > Also, there are NO studies out there that show a benefit to women > > being on statin medications. > > > > > > > > > > Statins have horrible side effects. They can cause muscle damage. > > Doesn't sound so bad, you say? Well, you've got one very important muscle > > thumping away all day long in the center of your chest. > > > > > > > > > > Low cholesterol levels are not the end-all and be-all of health. > > Cholesterol is VITAL to your body's processes. You need cholesterol to stay > > alive. > > > > > > > > > > I've got a blog article you should read here: > > > > > > > > > > http://www.fathead-movie.com/?p=203 > > > > > > > > > > and here, Dr. Eades rips into a recent study: > > > > > > > > > > http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/statins/more-statin-madness/ > > > > > > > > > > You've already questioned standard medical advice by going on the > > SCD. Don't suddenly throw all of your research skills away when it comes to > > cholesterol and statins! > > > > > > > > > > B. > > > > > ASD son, RA self, SCD Nov. 2007 > > > > > http://scdgirl.blogspot.com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 I would love to know that too. It was the number of personal successes that persuaded me. PJ > > > > > > > > > > > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on > > statins, > > > > > > and I'm really borderline.I do eat " good " fats though > > > > > > > > > > Just to chime in on this subject... > > > > > > > > > > The " conventional " wisdom on cutting out fats, etc. is not going to > > reduce your cholesterol levels as much as going on a grain free diet -- > > which you've already done by going on the SCD. Cutting fats will lead you to > > increase your carb levels, which in turn can raise cholesterol levels. > > > > > > > > > > Good points were also raised about Marilyn's experience. > > > > > > > > > > Women naturally have higher levels of cholesterol than men. They need > > it. It's right for things to be that way. > > > > > > > > > > Did you know that there are tests on LDL subtypes that can be done to > > see if the circulating cholesterol in your bloodstream is harmful or not? > > > > > > > > > > Also, there are NO studies out there that show a benefit to women > > being on statin medications. > > > > > > > > > > Statins have horrible side effects. They can cause muscle damage. > > Doesn't sound so bad, you say? Well, you've got one very important muscle > > thumping away all day long in the center of your chest. > > > > > > > > > > Low cholesterol levels are not the end-all and be-all of health. > > Cholesterol is VITAL to your body's processes. You need cholesterol to stay > > alive. > > > > > > > > > > I've got a blog article you should read here: > > > > > > > > > > http://www.fathead-movie.com/?p=203 > > > > > > > > > > and here, Dr. Eades rips into a recent study: > > > > > > > > > > http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/statins/more-statin-madness/ > > > > > > > > > > You've already questioned standard medical advice by going on the > > SCD. Don't suddenly throw all of your research skills away when it comes to > > cholesterol and statins! > > > > > > > > > > B. > > > > > ASD son, RA self, SCD Nov. 2007 > > > > > http://scdgirl.blogspot.com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 I would love to know that too. It was the number of personal successes that persuaded me. PJ > > > > > > > > > > > > I make all these modifications because I'm trying to avoid going on > > statins, > > > > > > and I'm really borderline.I do eat " good " fats though > > > > > > > > > > Just to chime in on this subject... > > > > > > > > > > The " conventional " wisdom on cutting out fats, etc. is not going to > > reduce your cholesterol levels as much as going on a grain free diet -- > > which you've already done by going on the SCD. Cutting fats will lead you to > > increase your carb levels, which in turn can raise cholesterol levels. > > > > > > > > > > Good points were also raised about Marilyn's experience. > > > > > > > > > > Women naturally have higher levels of cholesterol than men. They need > > it. It's right for things to be that way. > > > > > > > > > > Did you know that there are tests on LDL subtypes that can be done to > > see if the circulating cholesterol in your bloodstream is harmful or not? > > > > > > > > > > Also, there are NO studies out there that show a benefit to women > > being on statin medications. > > > > > > > > > > Statins have horrible side effects. They can cause muscle damage. > > Doesn't sound so bad, you say? Well, you've got one very important muscle > > thumping away all day long in the center of your chest. > > > > > > > > > > Low cholesterol levels are not the end-all and be-all of health. > > Cholesterol is VITAL to your body's processes. You need cholesterol to stay > > alive. > > > > > > > > > > I've got a blog article you should read here: > > > > > > > > > > http://www.fathead-movie.com/?p=203 > > > > > > > > > > and here, Dr. Eades rips into a recent study: > > > > > > > > > > http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/statins/more-statin-madness/ > > > > > > > > > > You've already questioned standard medical advice by going on the > > SCD. Don't suddenly throw all of your research skills away when it comes to > > cholesterol and statins! > > > > > > > > > > B. > > > > > ASD son, RA self, SCD Nov. 2007 > > > > > http://scdgirl.blogspot.com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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